Latest International Arbitration News

Sarama Resources has taken a significant step in its international arbitration against Burkina Faso following the expropriation of its key gold exploration permit. The company seeks at least US$120 million in damages as proceedings move forward.

Challenger Gold has completed a Pre-Feasibility Study for toll milling at its Hualilan Gold Project in Argentina, revealing strong economics with low upfront capital and rapid payback. The company also secured A$37.5 million in equity funding to advance development and strengthened legal protections for its Ecuador projects.

Cassius Mining advances its Soalara Limestone Project with ongoing joint venture discussions, pursues a substantial $277 million arbitration claim against Ghana, and manages tight cash flow through recent capital raises.

Equatorial Resources Limited reports progress in its ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Congo and faces uncertainty over exploration permits in Guinea, while maintaining a solid cash position.

Indiana Resources has reported significant extensions of high-grade gold mineralisation at its Minos prospect within the Gawler Craton Project, alongside a proposed capital return and key executive appointments to drive future growth.

Berkeley Energia advances critical minerals exploration with promising lithium and rubidium findings at its Conchas Project, while escalating a $1 billion arbitration against Spain over uranium project permitting. Political shifts in Spain’s nuclear policy add a new dimension to the company’s strategic outlook.

GreenX Metals advances its German and Greenland projects with modern exploration techniques and secures a significant arbitration award against Poland, positioning itself strongly in critical minerals markets.

Anax Metals has mutually withdrawn its arbitration against a cornerstone investor over exclusive marketing rights, keeping its convertible notes valid and avoiding immediate financial disruption.

Sarama Resources has raised A$2.7 million through a well-supported equity placement to fund a maiden drilling campaign in Western Australia's Laverton Gold District and advance its arbitration claim against Burkina Faso.

Indiana Resources confirms receipt of settlement payments from Tanzania but moves to arbitration after a tax dispute threatens the agreement. The company awaits Australian tax approval to return capital to shareholders.

Sarama Resources reported a $673,644 net loss in Q1 2025 while progressing exploration in Western Australia and initiating a $120 million arbitration over a disputed Burkina Faso permit withdrawal.

Challenger Gold Limited has formalized an Investment Protection Agreement with Ecuador, safeguarding its $75 million investment in the El Guayabo Project. Concurrently, the company announced a doubling of its Mineral Resource Estimate to 9.1 million ounces gold equivalent across its Ecuadorian assets.